Overview
- Brian Wolfe died Tuesday, his wife Rachell Wolfe announced on social media and the Toronto Blue Jays confirmed the news.
- Rachell Wolfe said he died “after a really really difficult and torturous battle,” but neither she nor the team has disclosed a medical cause.
- Wolfe spent three major-league seasons with Toronto from 2007–2009, making 72 relief appearances and posting a 3.81 ERA.
- He extended his career in Japan from 2010–2018, compiling a 56–40 record with a roughly 3.43 ERA and winning Japan Series titles in 2014 and 2015.
- Former teammates and friends have posted personal tributes and condolences, and reporters note Wolfe remained active in player development after retiring in 2018.